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Immersive Experience Network PodcastBoomtown: Facilitating Collaborative Narrative in Large Scale Immersive Worlds - IEN Summit 2024In this talk, Megan Clifton (Head of Narrative, Boomtown Fair) will discuss her learnings in her three years holding the storyline, the challenges of managing a truly collaborative fictional world, and how the ground-up model of interactive storytelling continues to find its feet.Boomtown is the largest interactive theatre in the world, aiming to create an accessible, playable space where the audience can imagine new versions of themselves, new futures for themselves, try new realities on for size and become what they've always dreamed of becoming. Starting in 2009, Boomtown has kept a narrative throughline throughout, becoming...2025-03-3147 min
Nonsense in the Chaos#29 Fool… FOOL! Dan Sumption and Playing with Possibility.Dan is a fascinating fellow, filled with curiosity and a love for mischief, who has lived a rich and varied life from “doing mad things when the universe tells him to”. By keeping an open mind Dan found himself on an adventure with Daisy Campbell and 69 Discordian pilgrims, travelling on a pilgrimage from The Cerne Abbas Giant in Dorchester to the CERN Large Hadron Collider as part of a mass magical act. He also had the honour of playing the ‘Fool’ for Festival 23, where he met Megan Clifton, who we were introduced to back at the start of the Nonsense...2025-03-141h 15
Maryland LivingEastern Shore Deep Dive, Real and Imaginary History, and ProfanitySend us a textFrom wild horses to wild times, this week's episode takes a trip to Maryland's Eastern Shore! We're talking Assateague Island, Salisbury's growth spurt, and the not well-known, but surprisingly real, Battle of the Pocomoke. Plus, Super Bowl chatter, the Kendrick/Drake feud, and a bad word from Pete (sorry Mom!). The gang also visits Terrapin Beach Park, the Hyatt Regency Cambridge, and The Chesapeake Beach Club. Also, a Saturday drive becomes an opportunity to revel in the colonial beauty of Chestertown and Centreville, and Pete unveils the design for the new Francis Scott K...2025-02-1531 min
EmpowerhoodEp74: Making Connections: Finding Friendship and Resources for MomsIn this episode, Megan and Allie dive into the power of community and connection for moms. Whether you're a new mom or just looking to expand your support network, we share practical tips for making friends, finding resources, and building a sense of belonging in your local area. Plus, we’ll chat about how to overcome the challenges of putting yourself out there and how to prioritize those mom friendships that truly lift you up.Key Topics:The importance of building a support network as a momHow to find local playgroups, mom meetups, and community eventsTips fo...2025-01-2730 min
Vet Mind Works Podcast30. Vulnerability - with Megan AldersonIn today's episode host Petra Agthe and guest Megan Alderson are taking a deep dive into the fascinating topic of vulnerability. In their conversation they discuss what vulnerability means, how it relates to psychological safety and mental health, its role in leadership, importance of safe spaces, 'reading the room' and how to cultivate vulnerability as a skill. *This episode includes references to mental health conditions and trauma*Resources mentioned in this episode:Online: TED Talk with Brené Brown: The power of vulnerabilityBrené Brown's worksheets on valuesPsych Health an...2025-01-221h 05
Health fitness wealth business podcast seriesTHE HFWB Podcast Series Episode 177 FT. Megan J. HuberSend us a textJoin your host Clifton Pope as he chats with the business coach plus co-creator of the Invisible Marketing Method, Host of the Built to Last Podcast Series, and client experience advisor: Megan J. Huber. Our conversation consists of uncovering the secrets that Megan provides behind the scenes within the coaching and online education companies she has helped to create and uplevel her client's success systems resulting in a measurable surge in client retention, renewals, game-changing results, and an influx of referrals! We also dive into her background story and upbringing from growing as a...2024-12-1542 minEmpowerhoodEp62: "Postpartum Depression and Anxiety" With Kara Kramer.Kara Kramer from KSOPT and Mixed and Maker’s Boutique joins us to share her journey through PPD and PPA. This episode is so relatable as Kara tells her with her first baby she had no idea what was happening and never asked for help. But with her child she knew something wasn’t right and was able to get the help she needed instead of just surviving. Advocating is so important! Listen in as we navigate one of the hardest topics as a new mom. You can find Kara on Instagram or also go visit her in he...2024-11-0424 min
Vet Life ReimaginedWhat NOT to do in your veterinary career: Lessons from a vet career coachSend us a textAbout the guest:Steve Oehley, BVSc was a burnt-out mixed animal veterinarian who through a process of life and career coaching underwent his own transformation from clinical veterinary practice into work that suited his strengths and interests. Since then he has worked in an industry role and now runs Next Step Vet, a career coaching program specifically for veterinarians. The Next Step Vet podcast is a free resource for veterinary professionals. Steve is also starting to support kids and teens in understanding more about themselves and considering career ideas that use...2024-09-0950 min
Self StartHERCelebrating 100 Episodes: Lessons Learned from Inspiring Female EntrepreneursWelcome to the 100th episode of Self StartHER! Can you believe we’ve made it to triple digits?
In this milestone episode, we’re shaking things up and reflecting on the incredible journeys shared by our guests over the past two years.
No guest spotlight today – instead, we’re diving into the common themes that have emerged from the stories of the remarkable women we’ve featured. From embracing the unknown to following your passion, building self-belief, and overcoming doubts, this episode is packed with wisdom and inspiration.
...2024-08-2010 minNonsense in the Chaos#2 Chaos Magic: Megan Clifton and creating the Boomtown narrativeThis week's podcast is out and I'm super excited to be interviewing my darling friend @meganlouiseclifton who is Head of Narrative at Boomtown Fair, where she manages multiple theatre companies and other creative crews to deliver an interactive collaborative narrative to 55,000 people over 4 days. Sitting between theatrical writer and game designer, Megan likes to create strange and beautiful interactive environments, treating the ridiculous with reverence to empower the audience to be, say and do things they could never do in 'normal' life. I met Megan 8 years ago in Brighton, and she introduced me to the co...2024-07-121h 01
Crime, Wine & ChaosEpisode 192 - The Murder of Megan Parra & Justice for Terron Evans JrThis week, Amber covers the murder of Megan Parra. On June 28, 2014, Megan's parent's find her clinging to life on the floor in her home. Her death was initially ruled as a suicide. Then, Naomi lays out a web of racism and corruption in St. Lawrence County, NY that still needs to be held accountable to this day.This week, Amber was drinking Michael David Petite Petit Amber's Sources:48 Hours S36 E21Evidence photos in the death of Louisiana mother Megan Parra - CBS News...2024-06-1657 min
Crime, Wine & ChaosEpisode 191 - The Murder of Megan Kanka & Where Is Shelly MiscavigeThis week, Naomi covers the tragic murder that inspired Megan’s Law.Then Amber does a baby dive into Scientology and asks the question: Where is Shelly Miscavige?Naomi's sources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ff6acjQ7dsEhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Megan_Kankahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Megan%27s_Lawhttps://www.aetv.com/real-crime/megans-law-storyhttps://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1997-05-06-mn-55980-story.html2024-06-0959 min
Henrico Citizen Audio ArticlesObituary - Ella Mae TaylorElla Mae Taylor, 81, of Henrico, VA., passed peacefully on Friday, May 24, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronnie Edward Taylor; and her parents, Marion and Stella Mae Lewis. She was a payroll Administrator for Lumberg and enjoyed gardening, cross stitching, youtubing, quilting, baking, and above all else, spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is survived by her children, Helen Veronica Taylor (Robert), Deloris G. Golden, Clifton Ray Taylor (Felicia) and Penny Eakes (Jerry); grandchildren, Courtney( and her children, Colton and Colin), Elizabeth (and her daughter Raina), Nick, Robbie, Erich, Jessica, Megan (and...Article Link...2024-05-3101 min
Self Smarter#94: Maximize Your Strengths In 2024Some strengths you naturally possess, others you work to hone over time. In today’s episode of Self Smarter, we are resharing an episode that you may have overlooked…all about utilizing your strengths! Dan’l and Megan discuss how you can not only identify your strengths but also how you can hone them and invest in them to best serve yourself and others. What better way to prepare for the new year and kick off 2024 on the right foot? In today’s music moment, hear Dan’l and Megan talk about Daisy Jones & The Six.Show Notes...2023-12-2558 min
Seattle Mennonite Church SermonsPoetryThe prophet Isaiah writes poetry: to express deep love between God and God’s beloveds, to convey heartache, to cleverly and poignantly pierce through word play, to evoke hope and catalyze action, to faithfully proclaim the truest nature of God. If poetry is good enough for Isaiah, pastor Megan suggests, it might just be good enough for us. We hear of sacred love, heartbreak, longing, and conviction from poets Jane Kenyon, Naomi Shihab Nye, Marwan Makhoul, Maxine Hong Kingston, and Lucille Clifton. Come along for the ride!sermon begins at minute marker 4:41 Isaiah 5.1-7...2023-11-1922 min
Spoilerpiece TheatreEpisode #487: "The Marvels" and "Rustin"EVAN RETURNS!!!!! He fills us in on what he's been doing, and then we get down to biz. First, we talk RUSTIN (3:27), George C. Wolfe's by-the-numbers biopic of gay Black activist Bayard Rustin elevated by Colman Domingo's masterful turn in the title role. Then it's THE MARVELS (26:22), Nia DaCosta's superhero film starring Brie Larson, Teyonah Parris, and Iman Vellani, and we answer that age-old question: Does this new Marvel movie make up for the crud that is Phase Four? We have some mixed opinions (one of us found it fun!), as you may expect. Over on Patreon, we talk abou...2023-11-1059 min
Alter Everything145: Putting Spatial Analytics Back on the Map with Location Intelligence!Location, location, location! Spatial analytics is carving the way for business across the world. Luckily, Alteryx Location Intelligence has your back by lowering the barrier of entry to geospatial analytics and access to things like access to third-party data. Data is as frictionless and easy as possible to use for anyone! Listen in to hear sales engineer Samantha Hughes and product manager Jeffrey Van Rees take a deep dive into what makes Location Intelligence so special. Guests: Samantha Clifton – @ Samantha_Jayne, LinkedInJeffrey Van Rees – @JeffVR, LinkedInMegan Dibble - @MeganDibble, LinkedInShow notes:Blogs2023-11-0820 min
The Small Business SafariEssential Tips for Recruiting in Home Services Businesses | Tina McKennaSend us a textTina explained her company’s approach to recruiting by using a sales mentality! It’s interesting where she developed those skills. Tina built her toolbox while working in broadcast media sales and marketing consulting. Her company approaches filling in positions in the home services and professional services space using a well written job description, insightful culling of candidates and a structured interview process that works well with the applicant. Where she really stands out is being able to provide insight into the prospect. This process that Tina and her partner (Megan Ritchie) created allo...2023-11-071h 17
Her TableAllie Clifton - From Hardwood Dreams to Lakers HostThis week, join Kate and Megan in an engaging conversation with the dynamic Spectrum Sportsnet Lakers Host, Allie Clifton. Get ready for courtside insights, career tales, and some serious girl power!Allie takes us on her journey from the hardwood to the limelight as she spills the beans on how she worked her way up to become the go-to Spectrum Sportsnet Lakers Host and Reporter. But that's not all – Allie dives into the nitty-gritty, sharing how she earned the respect of NBA athletes and dropping gems of wisdom for the young women eyeing her coveted position one day.2023-08-281h 21
The Sam Oldham PodcastThe Wade Smith Story | Episode 28In 2015, Wade Smith and Megan Scadden started the company Doughnotts with just £10.00 in her mum's kitchen. They now have stores all over the midlands and the brand has become synonymous with the city of Nottingham. Wade was raised by his Mum and grandparents in Clifton and speaks openly of being bullied throughout his time at secondary school due to being overweight. His time working in a care home massively influenced his ability to communicate and empathise with lots of different people. Together with Megan he was able to successfully navigate the business through the pandemic and now employs over o...2023-08-141h 10
Voice MemosVoice Memos With Jenn & Myron * Episode 68On today’s episode, Myron and Jenn discuss who teaches Beyonce’s daughter to dance and would you want the job? Lizzo - how good a manager is she and what will happen to the charges and lawsuit from three of her former dancers; Megan Thee Stallion wins again! The Alabama - Roll Tide Brawl, background and details of the madness and humor.What we’re watching:Real Housewives of New York and Miami - BravoWomen’s World Cup - Fox and FS1Only Murders in the Building - HuluZom...2023-08-111h 04
The Author Wheel PodcastUnderstanding Your Strengths with Becca SymeDo you know your top 5 Clifton Strengths?This week's guest is an expert at using the Clifton's Strengths to help writers understand themselves so they can write more, write better, and build a writing career that they love.Becca Syme (MATL) is a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach and has been coaching success alignment for more than a decade. She is the author of the Quitbooks for Writers series and the popular Write Better-Faster course. She also writes mystery novels in her spare time and lives on one of the thousand lakes in Minnesota.2023-08-071h 09